Zone Aspen Project
The goal of this project is to manage the aspen forest resource of the West Zone of the HMNF to: improve the growth and vigor of aspen stands; achieve a diversity of age-classes; provide a healthier ecosystem; and, improve wildlife habitat.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
The project area is the entire west zone of the Huron-Manistee National Forests, including both the Baldwin-White Cloud and Cadillac-Manistee Ranger Districts.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 01/06/2020 |
| Comment Period | 02/04/2021 |
| Objection Period Start | 07/22/2021 |
| Decision | 09/2021 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 10/2021 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Environmental Assessment
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Baldwin/White Cloud Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project Purpose:
Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Forest Products
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Timber Sales (Green)
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Zone Aspen Project
Decision Signed Date: 09/21/2021
Forests:
Huron-Manistee National Forest
Districts:
Baldwin/White Cloud Ranger District; Cadillac/Manistee Ranger District
States:
Michigan
Counties:
Lake; Manistee; Mason; Mecosta; Montcalm; Muskegon; Newaygo; Oceana; Wexford
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Mark Herberger
650 North Michigan Ave.
Baldwin, MI 49304
231-723-2211
mherberger@fs.fed.us
Last Updated: 9/22/2021